Ultimate Guide to Surviving Stress

Beat tired eyes, greasy hair, and a bloated stomach -- even when you're totally stressed out

Scene 1: It’s 2 a.m. Your calculus midterm is in less than 8 hours. You’ve crammed all night, and now you’re tired and stressed. Suddenly, your study group has a fabulous idea — “Fun Run.” Before you know it, you’re at your local convenience store stocking up on gummy bears, chocolate, donuts, and any other sugar-filled snack you lay your eyes on.

Scene 2: One of the biggest presentations of your work career is about to take place this afternoon. After a week of long hours, your presentation is good to go; you, however, are not. Your eyes are bleary, your hair is a wreck (forget the shower — no time), and that cold sore you got in fifth grade is rearing its ugly head.

Either of these scenes sound familiar? Thought so. Whether it’s school, work, or home life, everyone experiences times of intense stress. And when they hit, maintaining our looks (and health) goes to the bottom of the “To Do” list.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. We spoke with a variety of experts on how to treat your body when those stressful moments come along. From healthy eating and skin care to quick makeup and hair tricks, this guide covers every element of looking good no matter how stressed out you are.